Bottom Line

With its combination of sleek styling and segment-leading interior room and refinement, the Hyundai Sonata is one of the best midsize sedans available. The 2016 Sonata Hybrid Limited follows a path similar to its non-hybrid sibling in that it has a lot more to offer than just great fuel economy. After a week of testing, we found that gas mileage went even beyond our expectations, as did many other aspects of the car, save for an infotainment system that needs more connectivity options and apps.

How Much? The 2016 Sonata Hybrid comes in a base SE trim that starts at $26,000, while the Limited that we tested starts at $30,100. Our test car also included the $4,500 Ultimate Package option, $125 carpeted floor mats, $130 all-weather floor mats, $55 wheel locks, and a $30 first-aid kit. With a $825 inland freight and handling charge added, the final sticker is $35,765.

What Does It Come With? The 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited comes with a 2.0-liter, 154-horsepower, four-cylinder gasoline engine and a 51-horsepower electric motor that combine for a net 193 horsepower (down slightly from the 199 horsepower of the 2015 model). Power is directed to the front wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission. The Hybrid uses a 1.6-kWh lithium-ion battery charged by the engine and regenerative braking, but can only provide a few miles of all-electric driving.